Western Cape: Sales Engineer – Mining posted by Network Contracting

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the mining sector; expand customer base and maintain existing accounts.
• Serve as technical point of contact for clients; understand their challenges and propose suitable solutions.
• Prepare, submit and follow up on tenders, quotations, and proposals.
• Collaborate with engineering / product teams to ensure feasibility and fit of proposed solutions.
• Deliver product presentations, demonstrations, and site visits.
• Oversee implementation / installation / commissioning where necessary; provide technical support onsite.
• Meet or exceed sales targets and budgets.
• Monitor market trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies.
• Provide aftersales support and customer service to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Maintain accurate and uptodate CRM records, sales forecasts, and reports.
• Travel regularly to client sites, mines, and between regions as required.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgical, Mining, or related).
• 3-5+ years’ experience in sales or technical sales in the mining industry.
• Strong technical background; able to read / interpret technical drawings, product specifications, and engineering data.
• Familiarity with mining equipment, processes or specialized products (e.g. mineral processing, conveyors, crushers, pumps, heavy duty electrical or mechanical systems).
• Experience in tendering / bid processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Valid driver’s licence; willingness to travel frequently (provinces / country / region).
• Computer literate: proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM software preferred.

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Problem–solving attitude; ability to think technically and commercially.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills; able to interact with technical, operational, and senior management.
• Self-motivated, goal-driven, resilient.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Safety mindset; understanding of HSE practices in mining environments.